Social Emotional Learning (SEL): An Overview
A mindful start!
● Mindful Breathing
SEL: What is it? (Video)
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Self Awareness: What does this mean? What does this look like?(Mindfulness Connection)
The ability to accurately recognize one’s own emotions, thoughts, and values and how they influence behavior. The ability to accurately assess one’s strengths and limitations, with a well-grounded sense of confidence, optimism, and a “growth mindset.”
● Identifying emotions● Accurate self-perception● Recognizing strengths● Self-confidence● Self-efficacy- Inner strength/Coping
Self Management: What does this mean? What does this look like?(Mindfulness Connection)
The ability to successfully regulate one’s emotions, thoughts, and behaviors in different situations — effectively managing stress, controlling impulses, and motivating oneself. The ability to set and work toward personal and academic goals.
● Impulse control● Stress management● Self-discipline● Self-motivation● Goal-setting● Organizational skills
Social Awareness: What does this mean? What does this look like?
The ability to take the perspective of and empathize with others, including those from diverse backgrounds and cultures. The ability to understand social and ethical norms for behavior and to recognize family, school, and community resources and supports.
● Perspective-taking● Empathy● Appreciating diversity● Respect for others
Relationship Skills: What does this mean? What does this look like?
The ability to establish and maintain healthy and rewarding relationships with diverse individuals and groups. The ability to communicate clearly, listen well, cooperate with others, resist inappropriate social pressure, negotiate conflict constructively, and seek and offer help when needed.
● Communication● Social engagement● Relationship-building● Teamwork
Responsible Decision-Making: What does this mean? What does this look like?
The ability to make constructive choices about personal behavior and social interactions based on ethical standards, safety concerns, and social norms. The realistic evaluation of consequences of various actions, and a consideration of the well-being of oneself and others.
● Identifying problems● Analyzing situations● Solving problems● Evaluating● Reflecting● Ethical responsibility
What does SEL look like in Readington?
SECD
Social-Emotional and Character Development (SECD):A Coordinated Framework Provides Synergy
Programs without a Common Framework
A Common Framework Provides Synergy
SECD
Health Ed
ATOD Ed
Violence Prev
Character EdService Learning
Sex EdAcademic Skills
SCHOOL-FAMILY-COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS
Sex Ed
Service LearningHealth Ed
Characte
r Ed
Violence Prev
ATOD Ed
Academic Skills Families
Community Involvement
School-Wide Efforts